Wyndham Chicago

Location. The Wyndham Chicago hotel is located one block from North Michigan Avenue's specialty boutiques in Chicago, Ill. This property stands three blocks from Lake Michigan and six blocks from the Navy Pier entertainment area.

Hotel Features. The Wyndham Chicago features a two-story, terrazzo-and-granite lobby with crystal chandeliers, mahogany wood, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The registration desk is located on the second level, accessed by a grand, curving staircase. The cherry-wood-accented Caliterra restaurant prepares California and Italian fusion cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The exhibition kitchen offers four- or six-course tasting menus, and a wine room may be reserved for small parties. A business center houses three computer stations and offers copy, fax, scan, print and boarding pass services. Wireless Internet access is available for a fee. A total of 18,000 square feet of function space accommodates events. Recreation includes a complimentary, 24-hour fitness center equipped with cardiovascular and resistance machines, and free weights. An indoor pool and spa tub occupy the second floor of the hotel

Guestrooms. The 17-story Wyndham Chicago offers 417 contemporary guestrooms decorated in pastel tones with autumnal accents. Beds consist of pillowtop mattresses, Egyptian-cotton 250-thread count sheets, and white cotton duvets. Bathrooms include granite vanities and curved shower rods. Technological enhancements include CD players, and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access for a fee.

Expert Tip. The Wyndham Chicago offers a package whereby American Girl fans may purchase American Girl bathrobes, perfect to wear while enjoying the hotel's complimentary milk and cookies. The hotel is also involved in a program whereby American Girl beds can be purchased only by staying at a participating hotel. Doll owners can then request evening turndown service on behalf of their dolls.